Detail 01
Thin weight
Opens fast at low stick force and speaks quietly, but flexes more, so it tolerates heavy hits poorly.
Product detailSKU #1274115063995
MEINLByzance Extra Dry Thin Crash Traditional Cymbal 18 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 18-inch thin crash with a short, dry decay. For drummers who want a fast accent that stops quickly instead of washing over the track.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Studio work where a long cymbal wash muddies the mix
- Low-volume rooms — jazz, acoustic sets, small club stages
- Stacking with another cymbal for short, trashy accents
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock and metal players needing sustain and cut
- A first crash — this is a specialist voice
- Hard hitters; thin cymbals crack under heavy edge strikes
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
18 inches
Lower and wider than a 16-inch crash, with a bit more spread, yet still quick because the metal is thin.
Detail 03
Extra Dry
Short decay with a raw, trashy edge instead of a long shimmering wash. Sits under vocals rather than over them.
Detail 04
Traditional finish
Lathed and polished surface, so it reads brighter and more focused than an unlathed raw cymbal.
Detail 05
Crash, not a crash-ride
Built for accents. You can ride it, but the decay is too short to build up a wash.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No stand, felts, or sleeve included — buy those separately
- 02Mount it loose on an angled tilter; thin cymbals crack when pinched
- 03Mic it close in a loud band; it will not cut on its own
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 18 inches too big for a crash?
No. 18 is a common main crash size. It sits lower and spreads wider than a 16, and the thin weight keeps the response quick.
02Can I use this as a ride?
Occasionally, for a dry, dark stick sound. The decay is short and the thin weight means it will not cut through a loud band.
03How is Extra Dry different from a normal crash?
Less sustain, more trash. A normal crash blooms and rings out. This one bursts and stops, leaving space for the rest of the mix.
04Will it survive hard hitting?
Thin cymbals are the most crack-prone. Strike glancing blows across the edge rather than straight down, and keep the wingnut loose so it can move.
